A pedestrian was fatally struck in a collision on East University/380 near Ruddell Street. City of Denton Fire Department reported on social media that the incident occurred around 6:38 p.m., requiring the eastbound section of the road to be closed for several hours. The identity of the victim has not been disclosed as of the time of the report.
Officials worked to quickly clear the scene. The City of Denton Fire Department urged drivers to avoid the area immediately following the crash, advising that the closure would significantly impact traffic flow. According to the City of Denton Fire Department, provided at 7:55 p.m., "The road has been cleared and is reopened. We are sad to report that the pedestrian was killed in the crash."
The circumstances surrounding the collision are still under investigation. No further details about the cause of the crash or potential involvement of other vehicles were immediately available. The Denton Police Department has yet to release an official statement detailing the events leading up to the fatal incident.
